Albrecht Immobiliser (Elbow) User Instructions

Brand: Albrecht

Model: Immobiliser (Elbow)

Type: User Instructions

USER INSTRUCTIONS

IMMOBILIZER (ELBOW)

BRACE TO IMMOBILIZE THE ELBOW

1. Introduction

1.1. Foreword

Immobilizers support and immobilize limbs if

required by the indication.

1.2. Customer information

For your own safety please read through these

User Instructions carefully and accurately

before using the brace. The instructions, notes

and procedures must be read and understood

thoroughly in order to benefit from the correct

operation and use of the device. If anything

in the User Instructions is not clear, or any

instructions, operating procedures or safety

information is not fully understandable, please

contact the appropriate specialist retailer or

albrecht GmbH directly, before you use the

brace. This particularly applies to the safety

instructions.

1.3. Mode of operation

The elbow immobilizer supports the treatment

of the adult elbow and is used to immobilize

the elbow.

1.4. Application

The Immobilizer aids the medical treatment

in the covered elbow area of an adult human.

It is used to immobilize the elbow. The

Immobilizer offers you the most freedom

of movement possible, resulting in less

restrictions for you in daily life and greater

quality of life.

1.5. Scope of delivery

The Immobilizer is delivered to you ready

for use, in the size you ordered, with User

Instructions and labeling on the product.

1.6. Declaration of conformity

The albrecht GmbH company as manufacturer

with sole responsibility declares the conformity

of the Immobilizer brace with European

Council Directive 93/42/EEC for medical

devices.

1.7. Features

• Economic alternative to wearing a cast

• Rigid shell made from PE with skinfriendly

padding

• Broad velcro straps for ﬁxation

• Physiological ﬂexion angle of 58°

1.8. Indications

The physician will decide on the type of

treatment to apply based on his diagnosis.

In general, the supply with an Immobilizer is

indicated for:

• Post-surgical

• Paralysis

• Inﬂammatory rheumatic conditions

For all other indications a physician must be

consulted.

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1.9. Contra indications

The brace is only intended for use in contact

with intact skin.

1.10. Safety Instructions

The optimal effect of the brace is only

achieved when used correctly.

• The brace must only be used in the intact,

complete and mechanically undamaged

condition and with complete and intact

cushioning and walers. This must be veriﬁed

by the user before each usage.

• Opening or removing one or more belts,

as well as excessive loosening of the waler

when using the brace leads to a reduction of

the therapeutic effect of the brace and may

lead to injury.

• The brace must not be worn over open

wounds.

• The skin should be free of oils, grease, gels

or other debris, to prevent reactions with the

skin or the structure of the material.

• The orthosis should ﬁt ﬁrmly but not

too tight, so as not to restrict the blood

circulation and adversely affect nerve and

lymph vessels. Excessive compression is

therefore to be avoided.

• Combination with other products is currently

not provided for or is to be agreed with the

manufacturer in writing.

• The brace is not intended for single use,

but is intended for multiple use by a single

person.

• The product as delivered is not sterile.

• Contact your physician immediately in the

event of an allergic reaction.

• Please note that cushioned sections can heat

up under direct sunlight. Protect the orthosis

from direct sunlight if necessary.

• Currently there is no test for ﬂammability.

Exercise caution when using the orthosis

in the direct vicinity of open ﬂames such as

lighters and cigarettes.

1.11. Warranty

We assume the warranty for the brace for a

period of 3 months. The brace is a medical

rehabilitation device and must not be used

for any purpose other than the intended, as

described in the Instructions for Use. Changes

to the brace or other applications require the

written consent of the albrecht GmbH. If this

is not obtained, the manufacturer may not

honor the guarantee. If you are using single

joints or other components, these should be

used as intended. If changes or modifications

(e.g. additional mounting holes) are made

to the individual parts or components, the

manufacturer‘s warranty no longer applies.

The removal of or damage to the QM seal will

also void the warranty.

1.12. Transfer of the brace

The brace is not intended for single use, but

rather is intended for multiple use by a single

person. We do not recommend transfer to

other users. Should this be desired however,

please ensure to pass on the care and cleaning

instructions and have the brace checked by an

authorized specialist dealer for safe and proper

operation.

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1.13. Disposal

The Immobilizer contains recyclable materials

and is free from toxic or otherwise polluting

agents or substances. Provided that it is not

contaminated with infectious germs, it can

be disposed of by normal means. In order to

be certain, please consult your orthopaedics

store.

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2. Individual adjustments

For those patients using the Immobilizer for the first time it is important that

they learn how to handle it. Putting it on and taking it off should be practiced.

Wear the Immobilizer directly on the skin or over a tight-fitting singlet without

any creases. It is recommended that an absorbent singlet should be worn to

avoid moisture caused by excessive sweating. To put on the Immobilizer please

follow the steps below. This will ensure reliable effectiveness.

Always make sure that the straps of the Immobilizer are secured smoothly

and tightly, but they should not be so tight that it comes to over-tightened

constrictions at the edges!

2.1. Instruction how to put on the splint

1�

When putting on the brace bend your arm to match the angle of the brace.

2�

The length of the straps can be adjusted.

3�

Secure the straps from botton to top.

Optionally also available as elbow splint without padding and straps.

Elbow splint 

(without a

and straps)

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3. Cleaning, maintenance and disinfection

The orthosis is designed to be maintenance-free. To

ensure proper operation over the period of treatment

the orthosis should be cleaned regularly (at least every

3 months) or as required, according to the following

instructions.

3.1. Care

• The product as delivered is not sterile and is not suitable for

sterilization.

• Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.

• All fabrics can be washed by hand at 30° C using water and

a mild detergent and / or disinfectant.

• Not machine washable.

• The Immobilizer can be dried in the open air.

• In the case of more severe soiling, a replacement set of textile

parts is available.

• Wipe down surfaces with a cloth soaked with disinfectant.

• Wet completely, and do not wipe off.

• Spray inaccessible surfaces.

• When spraying ensure complete wetting.

• A mild alcohol-based disinfectant is recommended.

Ask your physician or pharmacist when selecting a disinfectant,

and follow the instructions given by the disinfectant

manufacturer. The Robert Koch list of approved disinfectants

can be found at http://www.rki.de.

Hand wash at 30°C

Do not bleach

Do not iron

Do not dry-clean

Do not tumble dry

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4. Technical data

Description

Material

Shell PA

Padding Velours PA

Straps Velours PA

5. Choice of size

The Immobilizer is available in different sizes as per the table below.

6. Size chart and article numbers

Immobilizer:

Size

Length of

forearm shell

Length of

lower arm shell

Art.-No.:

S 18 cm 18 cm 37-2091

M 20 cm 20 cm 37-2092

L 22 cm 22 cm 37-2093

Elbow Splint:

Size

Length of

forearm shell

Length of

lower arm shell

Art.-No.:

S 18 cm 18 cm 37-2091S

M 20 cm 20 cm 37-2092S

L 22 cm 22 cm 37-2093S

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VERSION: EN 10.2019

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PHONE +49 (0)8051 96129-0

FAX +49 (0)8051 96129-30

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Albrecht Immobiliser (Elbow) User Instructions

Albrecht Immobiliser (Elbow) User Instructions

Albrecht Immobiliser (Elbow) User Instructions

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